There are lots of cool things about going to Malaysia at this time of yr apart from the amazing scenery and tropical weather and this is one of them..............Chinese New Year. Another yr has gone by and on Monday the celebrations will begin.
Whilst lots of people head back to the Malaysian mainland to spend the festive season with family, those that remain make the most of it and really know how to party and celebrate the coming yrs good fortune.
The colour blaze and decor around Langkawi is amazing and the kindness shown by everyone can be extraordinary. We,ve had some great night with family and friends and as always have ended back in Cactus, drinking Tiger beer and being blasted out by firecrackers.
This year is the yr of the dragon which epitomises the yang (male/warm) energy. The dragon, the only mythical creature among the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac, is regarded as a symbol of might and intelligence.
In ancient China, the dragon was associated with the emperor. Boys born in the year of the dragon, especially, are said to be destined to be successful and wealthy.
Traditionally, it is believed that female dragons, while wise and talented, will face some difficulties in their lives, particularly in the area of romance.
Famous people who share this yr include Salvador Dali, Joan of Arc, Al Palcino and the gorgous Matt Damon.
These dragons are profoundly loyal to family and will lay down their lives to protect their brood, as well as being eccentric and indulge in iddle gossip!
In ancient China, the dragon was associated with the emperor. Boys born in the year of the dragon, especially, are said to be destined to be successful and wealthy.
Traditionally, it is believed that female dragons, while wise and talented, will face some difficulties in their lives, particularly in the area of romance.
Famous people who share this yr include Salvador Dali, Joan of Arc, Al Palcino and the gorgous Matt Damon.
These dragons are profoundly loyal to family and will lay down their lives to protect their brood, as well as being eccentric and indulge in iddle gossip!
The chinese are deeply supersititious, here are some must do's and dont's on the build up and during New Year that I have found.
- It is important to have the house completely clean before New Year's Day for good luck in the coming year. (did that on friday)
- However, never clean on New Year's Day, as it signifies sweeping all of your good luck out of the house. (day off......whoop)
- It is best to wear red coming into the new year, as it is considered to be the color that brings the most luck. (its cold so wearing the scarf will do)
- Opening your windows is said to let good luck into your home. (brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr)
- Sharp objects aren't supposed to be used during New Year's Day because it symbolizes cutting of good fortune. (das captain can take me out to dinner then)
So troops have a fab time, enjoy the celebrations and send my love to all xxx
My God - where did you get all that from!!!! We went to local village today with a young Malay girl to watch Kite festival
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